Assembly Line - Placement Year

BMW Group; Chichester; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Chichester offers a 13-month internship in the Assembly Line for students studying Mechanical Engineering. Interns will engage in lean manufacturing, data analysis, and support production reporting. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,000, a good work-life balance, and various benefits including a subsidized on-site restaurant.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Attractive pension scheme

Employee benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:2 or above in Mechanical Engineering or relevant course.
• Extensive PC skills including Microsoft Office, CAD, and SharePoint.
• Any other demonstrated skills that are beneficial to business.

Responsibilities

• Lean manufacturing process design and optimization.
• Data analysis and creation of reports.
• Support the reporting and running of the Assembly Line.

Skills

Fluent in English

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Education

Studying a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant course

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

SharePoint

Job description

THE BEST INTERNSHIP ALWAYS HAS A 'YOU' IN TEAM.

We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing and where they are given their own areas of responsibility right from the start of their time with us. That’s why our experts will treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls-Royce delivers unmatched quality, style, and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls-Royce. Each year we offer internship opportunities, and we are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and are looking to complete a 13-month placement.

The maxim of Sir Henry Royce, ‘take the best that exists and make it better’, permeates in everything we do at Rolls-Royce. As a student, you will have hands-on experience from day one, gaining practical insights into the corporate operations of a world-class automotive manufacturer.

Assembly Line – 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

Entity, Location – Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood.

We are seeking two interns to work within our Assembly team at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars starting July 2025 for a period of 13 months. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is known for building cars that are the pinnacle of product quality. The assembly line strives every day for perfection by building these unique cars to satisfy our customers’ high expectations.

What awaits you?

• Lean manufacturing: process design and optimisation.
• Data analysis and creation of reports.
• Daily tasks supporting the reporting and running of the Assembly Line.
• Qualifications and Experience

What should you bring along?

• Studying a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in Mechanical Engineering or relevant course.
• Fluent in English; a working knowledge of German would be beneficial.
• Extensive PC skills (Microsoft Office, CAD, SharePoint etc).
• Problem solving, time management and communication skills shown through involvement in projects and activities undertaken at university and in your spare time.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing would be beneficial.
• Any other skills that will benefit our business that you can give evidence of how you have applied these skills.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £27,000, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 40 hours a week.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

Please note: We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Closing date for applications: 30th November 2025

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